OBIT: Jacob METZ, 1900, Altoona, Blair County, PA

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Jacob Metz, an Aged Resident of Altoona, Passes Away.

  At 12.50 o'clock yesterday afternoon, Jacob Metz, a well known 
resident of this city, died at the home of his son, Letter Carrier 
Robert H. Metz, with whom he resided, of paralysis.  For two years he 
had been confined to the house and for the past two months was confined 
to his bed.
  Deceased was born in Williamsburg, December 26, 1826.  His ancestors 
were early settlers in that town.  He came to Altoona in 1867 and 
entered the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad company as a painter.  
He followed his occupation until compelled to relinquish all work on 
account of ill health.  He was a regular attendant of the Methodist 
Episcopal church, a man of good character and highly esteemed by a host 
of friends.  He was a kind and indulgent father and all his life was 
devoted to his home and family.  He was married to Leah Dunlap, of 
Centre county, a number of years ago.  She preceded him to the grave 
six years ago.  He is survived by these children: Walter L., of 
Hollidaysburg; Mrs. George Shell, of Williamsburg; Robert H., of 
Altoona, and Newton S., of Williamsburg.  The funeral will take place 
Friday afternoon, services to be conducted at the house at 3 o'clock by 
Rev. O. C. Roth.  Interment in Fairview cemetery.

Morning Tribune, Thursday, March 1, 1900